About Java Milkwort
Java Milkwort (Polygala javana) is a herb belonging to the Polygalaceae family (Milkwort Family). It occurs across India, Sri Lanka, South East Continental Asia and Malesia. It flowers and fruits through much of the year.
Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Polygala javana
- Genus
- Polygala
- Family
- POLYGALACEAE
- Habit
- Herb
- Distribution
- India, Sri Lanka, South East Continental Asia and Malesia
- Flowering & fruiting
- Throughout the year
- Conservation status
- Not Evaluated (NE)
Local Names
- Malayalam
- Kodassari
Botanical family
Polygalaceae
Milkwort Family
Java Milkwort belongs to the Polygalaceae family.
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